I'm Vanya

Cat Whisperer Working From Home

5.00
24 Reviews
< 15 mins Response Time
6 Repeat clients
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Meowtel provides customer support 365 days a year to help cat parents feel informed and supported at every step - including before a reservation is made.

In-home cat sitting visits typically include:

Litter box cleaning
Feeding
Water refresh
A text update with at least 1 photo
Playtime and belly rubs

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Cat Whisperer Working From Home

I'm Vanya

Cat Sitting in Grand Rapids, MI

Hello there! As a cat lover and cat owner myself, you can trust me to take care of your feline companions while you're away. Having grown up with cats and raised a couple of my own, I decided to pursue cat-sitting professionally about 2 years ago. Sitting clients (along with friends and family ... Hello there! As a cat lover and cat owner myself, you can trust me to take care of your feline companions while you're away. Having grown up with cats and raised a couple of my own, I decided to pursue cat-sitting professionally about 2 years ago. Sitting clients (along with friends and family whose pets I've watched) describe me as calm and empathetic. As a freelance translator and editor who works from home, my schedule is very flexible, so I can devote plenty of time to playing with and petting your kitties - so they'll get all the attention they need.

My pronouns are they/them.

Learn More About Vanya

What do you enjoy most about cat sitting?

I simply enjoy being around cats! Also, the sheer variety of different personalities among cats always makes it interesting to meet new ones and get to know their quirks.

Do you have kitties yourself? What are their names?

I have a 6-year-old gray tabby cat named Crunch, who I adopted over a year ago. He's super cuddly and playful.

What is your typical process for working with a new cat parent?

I ask lots of questions about the cat to find out as much as I can about them. Then I try to spend a little time at the house to make sure they'll get comfortable with my presence and see if any issues might arise.



5.00
24 reviews
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Attention to Detail
5.0
Communication
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Tidiness
Rachel

Rachel

January 12, 2026

Vanya went above and beyond! My kittens ripped a hole in the bag and they cleaned it up and put the loose kibble into tubbaware for me. I would hire them again for sure.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Madeleine

Madeleine

October 12, 2025

Vanya was very attentive, kind, and caring to our cats. He gave us updates and pictures every single day, and was always open to new directive to try and make our cats comfortable.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Tina

Tina

This month

Vanya is a great sitter. They respond quickly and genuinely care about the needs of our pet. They ask lots of detailed questions, which really put our minds at ease about leaving our senior boy in their care. They followed up with photos and a message about their visit. You're in good hands with Vanya!

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Teresa

Teresa

December 20, 2025

Vanya was fantastic with my cats; one of them has some peculiarities, but Vanya took it all in stride! I asked for a couple extra tasks to be taken care of and those were addressed as well. I really appreciated all the pictures, videos. and feedback. I was worried about being gone for so long, but Vanya really helped ease my concerns.

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long
Laura

Laura

February 22, 2026

Vanya did a great job with our two cats, one of whom is very shy. They were very thorough and the cats are very happy. I would absolutely recommend them and use them again.

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Meowtel-verified reservation with drop-in visits
Danielle

Danielle

June 27, 2026

Vanya did a great job with our cat, Chester! We loved the daily updates (with all the adorable photos), and felt very comfortable and confident with their service. It was nice to relax on our vacation knowing our kitty was in good hands! We would definitely recommend Vanya as a sitter. :)

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Meowtel-verified reservation 1+ week long

Service Area & Availability

Drop in visits rates

$36.00 / 45min
$45.00 / 60min
Calendar updated 2 days ago

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Schedule Constraints

Unavailable Monday and Tuesday nights, 5-7.

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Trust & Safety

Every reservation is backed by the Meowtel Promise, giving you and your cat world-class customer support every step of the way.

If it doesn't feel like the right fit at the Meet & Greet, or if you have any concerns during the reservation, please call 1-844-MEOWTEL (1-844-636-9835) so we can help you re-book with another sitter.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Reservations officially begin at 12:00 AM in the sitter's time zone on the start date. Cat Parents may cancel within 24 hours of booking and receive a full refund, as long as the reservation has not yet started. After the first 24 hours, the following cancellation rules apply:


  • More than 48 hours before the reservation start date: Full refund. The sitter will not receive any earnings.
  • 24–48 hours before the reservation start date: 50% refund. The sitter will earn 50% of their planned earnings.
  • Within 24 hours of the reservation start date (or after it has begun): No refund. The sitter will earn 100% of their planned earnings.

All refunds are initially applied to the Cat Parent's Meowtel Account Balance for use toward a future reservation or tip. Funds may be returned to the original payment method at any time.

Meowtel is a marketplace that connects cat parents with independent sitters. For eligible reservations booked and paid for through Meowtel, the Meowtel Promise explains how we support cat parents if something unexpected comes up.

If it doesn't feel like a purrfect fit after a Meet & Greet or during a reservation, our support team is here to help at 1-844-Meowtel (1-844-636-9835). We'll take time to understand what happened and help you consider next steps, which could include help with a new reservation.

Grand Rapids cat sitting rates will vary based on the sitter's experience and services, but the average price is $24.00. Prices depend on visit duration (20, 45, or 60 minutes) and whether you need drop-in visits or overnight stays.

Every cat sitter on Meowtel completes a background check. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet so you (and your kitties!) can feel comfortable with your sitter before you leave.

Cats are territorial animals and don't do well in new environments. The presence of other cats, dogs, and even birds in kennels or animal hotels cause an immense amount of stress. This is why Meowtel was created, so tailored in-home care is brought to you.

We recommend booking daily visits to keep your cats in their routine and help minimize feline anxiety while you're away.

Each visit typically includes: feeding, refreshing water bowls, litter box scooping, tidying up, medications, updates with photos, lots of playtime, and any special requests. Ask your sitter about a Meet & Greet!

5.00
24 reviews
5.00 From $36.00